Council, Idaho
City · Population 975 · #89 in Idaho
About Council
Council is a tiny community in western Idaho, home to 975 residents as of the latest Census estimates.
Officially, Council is an incorporated city with its own municipal government. The community covers 1.05 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 929 residents per square mile.
📰 Council News Today
- Idaho Falls City Council draws comments on proposed 2027 budget Post Register · Aug 17
- Shirley Glemser Obituary (2026) - Boise, ID - Idaho Press Tribune Legacy obituary · Aug 14
- Caldwell council reacts to police chief stepping down and entering retirement, amid ongoing legal dispute ktvb.com · Aug 11
- Council Air Quality Index (AQI) and USA Air Pollution IQAir · Jun 23
- Idaho town wanting to build its own 'field of dreams' KBOI · Jul 13
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What Makes Council Unique
- The only place in America named Council — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in western Idaho, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Idaho — one of 236 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- A tight community feel that bigger cities can't replicate.
- Housing dollars stretch further here than in the nearest metro.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 19 miles.
🏫 Schools in Council
- COUNCIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- COUNCIL JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL
Public schools, U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES) 2023–24 directory.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateIdaho
TypeCity
Population (2024)975
Rank in state#89 of 198
Land area1.05 sq mi
Density929/sq mi
Coordinates44.7332, -116.4368